Once upon a time, you could deposit a check only at a bank branch. These days, many of us deposit a check on a smartphone or at an ATM instead of heading into a branch. Whether you prefer an in-person ...

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Consumers who prefer to make their cash or check deposits at a brick-and-mortar bank location or at an ATM still may need to fill out a deposit slip. A deposit slip ensures that the money is allocated ...

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An online bank provides many of the same functions and services as a traditional bank, except it doesn’t have any physical branches. Instead, you complete your banking tasks from your computer or ...

There are many ways to deposit a check, including through a bank branch, ATM, smartphone, online or through the U.S. Postal Service. Precautions should be taken when depositing checks, such as ...